What drives urbanization?

In this video, Shuaib Lwasa further explains the dynamics behind the concept of urbanization by introducing you to key drivers of urbanization and the direction in which they are taking our planet. He distinguishes between different phases of urbanization, as well as ‘push’ and ‘pull’ factors that act as dominant driving forces.

Try to think of climate-related push and pull factors or drivers in addition to the ones mentioned by Shuaib. Which can you think of? Please share in the discussion section and have a look at what other learners thought as well.